Every woman deserves the chance to step confidently into a brighter future. At Dress for Success NSW & ACT, we provide free professional styling and clothing, career support, and job readiness programs to empower women as they overcome barriers to employment.
This International Women’s Day, our Empower Every Step campaign highlights the transformative journey of women working toward financial independence. With your support, we can provide the tools, resources, and encouragement women need to succeed.
For the women we support, every step forward is monumental.
A professional outfit can unlock confidence, a one-on-one career support session can open doors, and job-readiness programs can create new opportunities. With your help, we can empower more women across NSW & ACT to take these crucial steps towards employment and financial independence.
Fundraise With Us
Take 5,000 Steps to Empower!
This March, challenge yourself to walk 5,000 steps a day for a week or a month—one for every woman who accesses Dress for Success’ free styling and career support services across Australia each year.
Step up solo or with a team to fundraise throughout the month and support our Empower Every Step campaign. Every step you take helps provide free styling and clothing, support services, and job-readiness programs, empowering women to build a brighter, more independent future.
Commit to the challenge, get sponsored, and make every step count.
Thank you to our Fundraisers
5,000 STEPS TO EMPOWER - LEADERBOARD
Meet Cristina
Cristina’s journey with Dress for Success NSW & ACT is a powerful reminder of how support and styling can help women step back into their careers with confidence and self-assurance.
Meet Irina
Irina’s journey reflects the power of confidence, community, and career support. Through her resilience and with the right guidance, she has stepped into a new chapter—one filled with opportunity and growth.
Our Free Services Empowers a Woman's Every Step
Styling and Presentation Skills
- Job interviews
- Starting a new job
- Starting work for further education
- Court appearances
- On release from prison
- Affirming gender as a woman
- Important life events
Our Styling Services
Career Support Program
We offer a holistic suite of practical workshops job search and personal development workshops to help women develop the skills and confidence to maximise chances of job search and career success.
We partner with industry experts to deliver tailored individual assistance:
- Resume Review
- Cover Letter Review
- Resume & LinkedIn Profile Review
- Mock Interview
- Career Coaching
Online Career Hub
Jobseekers will find an abundance of career resources, practical tips and advice that can be accessed 24/7. Weekly Live Online Workshops are facilitated by industry experts in a supportive, engaging environment.
You can make a difference today
Your generous donation, regardless of its size, transforms the lives of women, enabling them to embark on their career journey, secure a brighter financial future, and enhance their overall well-being.
We are grateful for your generosity and support.
THANK YOU TO OUR RETAIL PARTNERS
During the month of March, we are incredibly grateful to Cue for supporting the work of Dress for Success across Australia.
$50 from every purchase of their Collard Ruched Midi Dress and Leopard Collard Midi Dress will be donated to empower women from all walks of life toward economic independence.
Please shop and support to join us in empowering her every step.
We are honoured to once more have their support, as they help us raise funds for the vital work we do to empower women into employment.
Saturday, 8 March, 10% of sales online and in-store will go to Dress for Success.
We thank Forever New for their generosity and continued support and belief in our work and mission.
On International Women's Day Purebaby is generously donating 5% of all full price items in-store and online.
Only valid Saturday, 8 March 2025.
Thank you Purebaby for their continued generosity. We are grateful for the support of Dress for Success across Australia, this International Women's Day.
